Property description

13 Whistlefield Lodges,

Loch Eck,

Nr. Dunoon,

Argyll PA23Offers in the region of £55,000

Previously a 2 bedroom lodge which was internally converted to a 1 bedroom by the current owner, 13 Whistlefield Lodges is a freehold timber clad property, set in a well maintained site close to the shores of Loch Eck. The lodge offers fantastic country views and is ideally suited as a weekend retreat, holiday home or offering the business potential for holiday lets. This lodge can be lived in all the year round with the exception of the months of January & February. The lodge benefits from full double glazing, timber cladding, recently re-insulated loft, covered decked area and good sized garden to the front which is partially fenced. The lodge comprises of a large living room, fully equipped kitchen, double bedroom, shower room, decked area to the front and side, garden shed with power and lighting and there is ample off-road parking within a short distance of the lodge.

Situation:

Whistlefield Lodges are situated approximately 12 miles from Dunoon, set on the shores of Loch Eck, adjacent to the well known Whistlefield Hotel. With forestry walks close by the lodges, the area is ideal for biking and walking. The Younger Botanical Gardens at Benmore are a few miles towards Dunoon and the village of Strachur a few miles in the other direction.

Dunoon itself is a small town set in the beautiful Cowal Peninsular of Argyll and yet within just over an hour's commuting distance to the centre of Glasgow. Glasgow Airport is only an hour away. Argyll Ferries run a half hourly service to Gourock connecting with trains to Glasgow Central, and Western Ferries run a more frequent service from nearby Hunter's Quay to McInroy's Point. McGill's run a bus service from Dunoon to Buchanan Street bus station Glasgow. The town has a modern leisure centre, two supermarkets, a variety of individual shops, restaurants and a cinema.

Living Room: 4.72m x 3.10m approx.

The living room is situated at the front of the lodge, entered at the side through double glazed patio doors. The living room comprises of three double glazed windows offering great country views, dining area, carpet, tiled floor at entrance, two sets of three-light spotlight fittings, electric panel heaters, satellite and TV point. The room gives access to kitchen, shower room and bedroom.

Kitchen: 2.66m x 1.63m approx.

The kitchen is situated to the rear of the lodge and comprises of fitted wall and floor units including sink unit, electric oven with hob and double glazed window.

Shower room: 2.00m x 1.60m approx.

The shower room is situated to the rear of the property and comprises of W.C., wash hand basin, shower unit with electric shower, partially tiled walls around shower and ceiling light.

Bedroom: 2.74m x 2.37m approx.

This double bedroom is situated at the rear of the property and comprises of double glazed window, carpet, ceiling light and electric heater.

Garden:

There is a good sized garden to the front of the lodge which is mostly laid to lawn with a few plants and shrubs. The lodge also has a large decked area running from side to front which would be ideal for sitting and relaxing. To the side of the lodge there is a 7ft. x 6ft. shed equipped with power and lighting.

Utilities and Fees:

Electric Power is provided by SSE and is metered via an external compartment at the rear of the lodge.

Water is provided by Scottish Water and is charged as part of the Council Tax which for a second home (50%) currently £393/year payable over 10 months.

The sewage system is a private system and is charged as part of the monthly site fees which is currently set at £50 payable to the Owners Association.

Telephone/Broadband is currently provided by BT.

Property Features :

• Fantastic country views
• Weekend retreat
• Holiday home
• Holiday lets
• Double glazing